Transport Operator
Transport Operator
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Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Operator to join our friendly team in Broxburn on a full time permanent basis.
As the Transport Operator you will be responsible for effectively managing the despatch time of loads and brief drivers including amending loads plans and the preparation of all delivery documentation. Working closely with Transport colleagues drivers and Warehouse operations to deliver a proactive despatch operation.
Salary: per annum depending on experience.
Working Hours: 4 on 4 off 6pm6am.
Key Duties of a Transport Operator:
- Ensuring that all elements of the job are effectively communicated to drivers and subcontractors.
- Continually maintain contact with Warehouse operations to ensure On Time despatch is achieved.
- Review all load summary documents for accuracy and escalate any potential issues.
- Check load plans gatepasses and load summary envelopes are correct including the provision of temperature and information stickers and maps if required.
- Ensuring all information is updated onto the system in a timely and accurate manner. Updating pallet volumes creating jobs etc.
- Comprehend the DOT performance requirements and despatch within required framework.
- Understand the despatch time and plan collections around these times.
- Maintain and update the information on fleet and subcontractor availability trailer information etc.
- Ensure collections are covered within the agreed time frames.
- Ensure that all drivers are working within a safe environment and follow driver hours regulations.
- Update and dealing with initial stages of Motor Collision and Personal injury packs
Qualifications :
- Experience of working within a distribution / transport environment.
- Experience of managing own workload within a pressurised environment.
- Sound geographical knowledge.
- Basic understanding of drivers hours regulations/Tachograph law.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Initiative and the ability to work unsupervised.
Additional Information :
As part of our drive to make Fowler Welch a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Our People are the driving force behind our success which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
- Annual Leave 20 days 8 Bank Holidays.
- Pension scheme We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer.
- Life Assurance x 3 your annual salary.
- Wellness Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days 365 days a year.
- Eye Care Vouchers We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
- Reward & Recognition We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year special recognition and long service awards.
- Everyday discounts Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
